buttons JEEP PATRIOT 2021 Owner handbook (in English)

NOTE:
The line of transmission must not be
blocked with metal objects.
To Unlock The Doors And LiftgatePush and release the UNLOCKbutton on
the RKE Key Fob once to unlock the driver’s
door or twice within five seconds to unlock all
doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will
flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The
illuminated entry system will also turn on.
RKE Key Fob Unlock, Driver
Door/All First Press
This feature lets you program the system to
unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the
first push of the UNLOCK
button on the RKE
Key Fob. To change the current setting, proceed
as follows:
•For vehicles equipped with the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-
Programmable Features)” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.
•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC,
perform the following steps:
1. Push and hold the LOCK
button on a
programmed RKE Key Fob for at least 4
seconds but no longer than 10 seconds.
Then, push and hold the UNLOCK
button
while still holding the LOCKbutton.
2. Release both buttons at the same time.3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle
by pushing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on
the RKE Key Fob with the ignition in the
LOCK position and the RKE Key removed.
4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this
feature to its previous setting.
NOTE:
Pushing the LOCK button on the RKE Key
Fob while you are inside the vehicle will
activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening
a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm acti-
vated will cause the alarm to sound. Push
the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Ve-
hicle Security Alarm.
Illuminated Approach — If EquippedThis feature activates the headlights for up to 90
seconds when the doors are unlocked with the
RKE Key Fob. The time for this feature is
programmable on vehicles equipped with the
EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-
Programmable Features)” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
RKE Key Fob With Integrated Key
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To Lock The Doors And LiftgatePush and release the LOCK button on the RKE
Key Fob to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn
signal lights will flash to acknowledge the sig-
nal.
Flash Lights With Remote Key
Lock/Unlock
This feature will cause the turn signal lights to
flash when the doors are lockedor unlockedwith the RKE Key Fob. This feature can be
turned on or turned off. To change the current
setting, proceed as follows:
•For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-
Programmable Features)” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.
•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC,
perform the following steps:
1. Push and hold the UNLOCK
button on a
programmed RKE Key Fob for at least 4
seconds but no longer than 10 seconds.Then, push and hold the LOCK
button
while still holding the UNLOCKbutton.
2. Release both
buttons at the same
time.
3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle
by pushing the LOCK
/UNLOCK
buttons on the RKE Key Fob with the ignition
in the LOCK position and the RKE Key
removed.
4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this
feature to its previous setting.
NOTE:
Pushing the LOCK
button on the RKE
Key Fob while you are in the vehicle will
activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening
a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm acti-
vated will cause the alarm to sound. Push
the UNLOCK
button to deactivate the
Vehicle Security Alarm.
RKE Key Fob Battery ReplacementThe recommended replacement battery is
CR2032.NOTE:
Perchlorate Material — special handling
may apply.
1. If the RKE Key Fob is equipped with a screw,
remove the screw. With the RKE Key Fob
buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry
the two halves of the RKE Key Fob apart.
Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal
during removal.
2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid
touching the new battery with your fingers.
Separating RKE Key Fob Halves
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UCONNECT PHONE — IF
EQUIPPED
Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated, hands-
free, in-vehicle communications system.
Uconnect Phone allows you to dial a phone
number with your mobile phone using simple
voice commands (e.g., “Call”…“Mike”…
“Work” or “Dial”…“151-1234-5555”). Your mo-
bile phone’s audio is transmitted through your
vehicle’s audio system; the system will auto-
matically mute your radio when using the
Uconnect Phone.
NOTE:
The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile
phone equipped with the Bluetooth “Hands-
Free Profile”, Version 0.96 or higher. See the
Uconnect website for supported phones.
For Uconnect Customer Support visit
UconnectPhone.com.
Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls
between the system and your mobile phone as
you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you
to mute the system’s microphone for private
conversation.The Uconnect Phone is driven through your
Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone.
Uconnect features Bluetooth technology - the
global standard that enables different electronic
devices to connect to each other without wires
or a docking station, so Uconnect Phone works
no matter where you stow your mobile phone
(be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long
as your phone is turned on and has been paired
to the vehicle’s Uconnect Phone. The Uconnect
Phone allows up to seven mobile phones to be
linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired)
mobile phone can be used with the system at a
time. The system is available in many lan-
guages.
WARNING!
Any voice commanded system should be
used only in safe driving conditions following
all applicable laws, including laws regarding
phone use. Your attention should be focused
on safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in a collision causing serious
injury or death.Uconnect Phone Button
The radio or steering wheel con-
trols (if equipped) will contain the
two control buttons (Uconnect
Phone
button and Voice Com-
mandbutton) that will enable
you to access the system. When you push the
button you will hear the word Uconnect followed
by a BEEP. The beep is your signal to give a
command.
Voice Command Button
Actual button location may vary
with the radio. The individual but-
tons are described in the “Opera-
tion” section.
The Uconnect Phone can be used with any
Hands-Free Profile certified Bluetooth mobile
phone. See the Uconnect website for supported
phones. Refer to your mobile service provider
or the phone manufacturer for details.
The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated with the
vehicle’s audio system. The volume of the
Uconnect Phone can be adjusted either from
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column while
driving or driving with the steering column
unlocked, could cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
ELECTRONIC SPEED
CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control
takes over accelerator operations at speeds
greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control buttons are lo-
cated on the right side of the steering wheel.NOTE:
In order to ensure proper operation, the
Electronic Speed Control System has been
designed to shut down if multiple Speed
Control functions are operated at the same
time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed
Control System can be reactivated by push-
ing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF
button and resetting the desired vehicle set
speed.
To ActivatePush the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator
Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To
turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a
second time. The Cruise Indicator Light will turn
off. The system should be turned off when not in
use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control sys-
tem on when not in use is dangerous. You
could accidentally set the system or cause it
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Tilt Steering Column Lever
Electronic Speed Control Buttons
1 — ON/OFF 3 — SET -
2 — RES + 4 — CANCEL
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•Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features).......142•CYBERSECURITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .144
•SOUND SYSTEMS . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
•iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
•Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device.............145
•Using This Feature.............................146
•Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device Using Radio
Buttons....................................146
•Play Mode..................................146
•List Or Browse Mode............................147
•Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)...................148
•NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .149
•STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS.................149
•Radio Operation...............................149
•CD Player...................................149
•CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........150
•RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES . . . . . . . . ......150
•CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............150
•Manual Heating And Air Conditioning..................150
•Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped........153
•Operating Tips...............................157
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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)
— IF EQUIPPED
The EVIC features a driver-interactive display. It
is located in the instrument cluster. The EVIC
consists of the following:
•System Status
•Vehicle Information Warning Message
Displays•Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features)
•Compass Heading
•Outside Temperature Display
•Trip Computer Functions
•Trip A
•Trip B
•Audio Mode Display
•Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) — If Equipped
When the appropriate conditions exist, the
EVIC displays the following messages:
•Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning
chime after 1 mile (1.6 km) of distance trav-
elled)
•Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a
single chime)
•Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a
single chime)
•Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a
single chime)•Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a
single chime)
•RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)
•Personal Settings Not Available – vehicle not
in park (automatic transmission), or vehicle is
in motion (manual transmission).
•Door Open (one or more doors open with a
single chime if speed is above 5 MPH
(8 km/h)
•Gate Open (with a single chime if vehicle is in
motion)
•Headlamps On
•Key In Ignition
•Check TPM System
•Low Tire
•Inflate to XX
•Oil Change Required — If Equipped
The system allows the driver to select informa-
tion by pushing the following buttons mounted
on the steering wheel:
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•MENU Button
Push and release theMENUbut-
ton to scroll through the main
menus (Fuel Economy, Warnings,
Timer, Units, System, Personal
Settings) or to exit submenus.
•COMPASS Button
Push and release theCOMPASS
button to display one of eight com-
pass readings and the outside tem-
perature or to exit submenus.•RIGHT Arrow Button
Push and release theRIGHTarrow
button for access to main menus,
submenus, or to select a personal
setting in the setup menu.
•DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release theDOWNarrow
button to scroll downward through
the submenus.
Engine Oil Change Indicator System
— If Equipped
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. The “Oil Change Re-
quired” message will display in the EVIC display
for approximately five seconds after a single
chime has sounded to indicate the next sched-
uled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty-cycle based, whichmeans the engine oil change interval may fluc-
tuate dependent upon your personal driving
style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to
display each time you place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position. To turn off the message
temporarily, push and release the Trip Odom-
eter button on the instrument cluster. To reset
the oil change indicator system (after perform-
ing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the
following procedure.
1. Place the ignition in the ON position.Do not
start the engine.
2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly,
three times within 10 seconds.
3. Place the ignition in the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when
you start the vehicle, the oil change indica-
tor system did not reset. If necessary, repeat
this procedure.
EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons
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Once the audio device is connected and syn-
chronized to the vehicle’s iPod/USB/MP3 con-
trol system (iPod or external USB device may
take a few minutes to connect), the audio
device starts charging and is ready for use by
pushing radio switches, as described below.
NOTE:
If the audio device battery is completely
discharged, it may not communicate with
the iPod/USB/MP3 control system until a
minimum charge is attained. Leaving the
audio device connected to the iPod/USB/MP3 control system may charge it to the
required level.
Using This FeatureBy using an external USB device to connect to
the USB port:
•The audio device can be played on the
vehicle’s sound system, providing metadata
(artist, track title, album, etc.) information on
the radio display.
•The audio device can be controlled using the
radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the
iPod contents.
•The audio device battery charges when
plugged into the USB/AUX connector (if sup-
ported by the specific audio device).
Controlling The iPod Or External
USB Device Using Radio Buttons
To enter the iPod/USB/MP3 control mode and
access a connected audio device, either push
the “AUX” button on the radio faceplate or push
the VR button and say"USB"or"Switch to
USB."Once in the iPod/USB/MP3 controlmode, audio tracks (if available from audio
device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio
system.
Play ModeWhen switched to iPod/USB/MP3 control mode,
the iPod or external USB device automatically
starts Play mode. In Play mode, the following
buttons on the radio faceplate may be used to
control the iPod or external USB device and
display data:
•Use theTUNEcontrol knob to select the next
or previous track.
•Turning it clockwise (forward) by one
click, while playing a track, skips to the
next track or push the VR button and say
"Next Track."
•Turning it counterclockwise (backward)
by one click, will jump to the previous
track in the list or push the VR button and
say"Previous Track."
•Jump backward in the current track by push-
ing and holding the < the < the beginning of the current track.
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•Jump forward in the current track by pushing
and holding theFF>> button.
•A single push backward < FF>> will jump backward or forward respec-
tively, for five seconds.
•Use the <> buttons to
jump to the previous or next track. Pushing
theSEEK>> button during play mode will
jump to the next track in the list, or push the
VR button and say"Next or Previous Track."
•While a track is playing, push theINFO
button to see the associated metadata (artist,
track title, album, etc.) for that track. Pushing
theINFObutton again jumps to the next
screen of data for that track. Once all screens
have been viewed, the lastINFObutton push
will go back to the play mode screen on the
radio.
•Pushing theREPEATbutton will change the
audio device mode to repeat the current
playing track or push the VR button and say
"Repeat ON"or"Repeat Off."
•Push theSCANbutton to use iPod/USB/MP3
device scan mode, which will play the first tenseconds of each track in the current list and
then forward to the next song. To stop SCAN
mode and start playing the desired track,
when it is playing the track, push theSCAN
button again. During Scan mode, pushing the
<> buttons will select
the previous and next tracks.
•RNDbutton (available on sales code RES
radio only): Pushing this button toggles be-
tween Shuffle ON and Shuffle OFF modes for
the iPod or external USB device, or push the
VR button and say"Shuffle ON"or"Shuffle
Off."If theRNDicon is showing on the radio
display, then the shuffle mode is ON.
List Or Browse ModeDuring Play mode, pushing any of the buttons
described below, will bring up List mode. List
mode enables scrolling through the list of
menus and tracks on the audio device.
TUNEcontrol knob: TheTUNEcontrol knob
functions in a similar manner as the scroll wheel
on the audio device or external USB device.
•Turning it clockwise (forward) and counter-
clockwise (backward) scrolls through thelists, displaying the track detail on the radio
display. Once the track to be played is high-
lighted on the radio display, push theTUNE
control knob to select and start playing the
track. Turning theTUNEcontrol knob fast will
scroll through the list faster. During fast
scroll, a slight delay in updating the informa-
tion on the radio display may be noticeable.
During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists
in “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the
bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backward
(counterclockwise) to get to the track faster.
In List mode, the radioPRESETbuttons are
used as shortcuts to the following lists on the
iPod or external USB device:
•Preset 1 – Playlists
•Preset 2 – Artists
•Preset 3 – Albums
•Preset 4 – Genres
•Preset 5 – Audiobooks
•Preset 6 – Podcasts
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Pushing a PRESET button will display the cur-
rent list on the top line and the first item in that
list on the second line.
To exit List mode without selecting a track, push
the samePRESETbutton again to go back to
Play mode.
LISTbutton: TheLISTbutton will display the top
level menu of the iPod or external USB device.
•Turn theTUNEcontrol knob to list the top-
menu item to be selected and push the
TUNEcontrol knob. This will display the next
sub-menu list item on the audio device, then
follow the same steps to go to the desired
track in that list. Not all iPod or external USB
device sub-menu levels are available on this
system.
MUSIC TYPEbutton: TheMUSIC TYPEbutton
is another shortcut button to the genre listing on
your audio device.CAUTION!
•Leaving the iPod or external USB device
(or any supported device) anywhere in the
vehicle in extreme heat or cold can alter
the operation or damage the device. Fol-
low the device manufacturer’s guidelines.
•Placing items on the iPod or external USB
device, or connections to the iPod or ex-
ternal USB device in the vehicle, can
cause damage to the device and/or to the
connectors.
WARNING!
Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external
USB device while driving. Failure to follow
this warning could result in an accident.
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)Music can be streamed from your cellular
phone to the Uconnect phone system.Refer to the Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment for further information on Bluetooth con-
nectivity.
Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons
To enter BTSA mode, push either “AUX” button
on the radio or push the VR
button and say
“Bluetooth Streaming Audio.”
Play Mode
When switched to BTSA mode, some audio
devices can start playing music over the vehi-
cle’s audio system, but some devices require
the music to be initiated on the device first, then
it will get streamed to the Uconnect phone
system. Seven devices can be paired to the
Uconnect phone system, but just one can be
selected and played.
Selecting A Different Audio Device
1. Push the Phone
button to begin.
2. After the"Ready"prompt and following the
beep, say"Setup", then say"Select Audio
Devices."
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